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Medical Video: Laparoscopic Sleeve Gastrectomy Video - Brigham and Women's Hospital
Definition
What is the sleeve of a laparoscopic gastrectomy?
PasteTextHereSleeve gastrectomy is the process of reducing the size of the stomach to form a tube. The way it works is to make you feel full quickly and reduce your meal portion.
When do I need to undergo a laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy?
If your body mass index is above 40 or above 35 with type 2 diabetes or high blood pressure, this surgery can help you reduce your weight in the long run. Your surgeon will ensure your body mass index and carry out a detailed assessment before deciding whether the surgery is right for you or not.
What are the benefits of the sleeve gastrectomy?
You can lose weight in the long run, but this also depends on you in maintaining your lifestyle. Long-term weight loss can also help with obesity problems that you have.
Prevention & warning
What do I need to know before undergoing the sleeve of a laparoscopic gastrectomy?
Steps for weight loss include reducing food portions, improving diet and exercising more. Some medications given by doctors can also help with weight loss. There are several surgical options besides sleeve gastrectomy, such as gastric banding, shortening the digestive tract and gastric bypass. Can also use gastric balloon, but gastric balloon can only last up to 9 months.
Process
What should I do before undergoing the sleeve of a laparoscopic gastrectomy?
Discuss with your doctor about medications you are taking, allergies, or other health conditions before undergoing surgery. It is important for you to follow the doctor's instructions to stop eating or drinking before surgery. Before surgery, arrange a meeting with your anesthetist. It is important for you to follow the doctor's instructions to stop eating or drinking before surgery. You will be given instructions before surgery, such as whether you are allowed to eat before surgery. In general, you must fast 6 hours before the procedure begins. You may be allowed to drink fluids, such as coffee, a few hours before surgery.
What is the process of the sleeve of a laparoscopic gastrectomy?
Surgery is usually performed under general anesthesia and lasts for about 1 to 3 hours. The surgeon will make several small incisions in the abdomen. Equipment such as a telescope will be inserted into the stomach for surgery. The surgeon will insert the tube through the esophagus to your stomach. The tube is used as a surgeon's guide in cutting and connecting the stomach. The surgeon will remove the rest of your stomach.
What should I do after undergoing a laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy?
You are allowed to go home after 2 or 3 days. You can only consume fluids for several weeks, slowly consume fine foods, then after 4 to 6 weeks you can eat solid foods. Rest for some time before returning to work. You can return to work after 2 to 4 weeks, depending on your level of operation and type of activity. Exercising can help you return to your normal activities. Consult your doctor first. On average, people who undergo the sleeve gastrectomy can eliminate half of the excess weight.
Complications
What complications can occur?
Like other procedures, there are several possible risks. Ask the surgeon to explain the risks to you. Possible complications in the procedure can generally include reactions to anesthesia, bleeding, or clots in the blood (deep vein thrombosis, DVT).
In the laparoscopic gastrectomy procedure, there are several possible complications, such as:
● damage to structures such as the intestine, bladder or blood vessels
● surgical emphysema
● the appearance of a hernia around the incision
● staple-line bleeding
● staple-line leakage or injury to the stomach or intestine
● narrowing of the sleeve
● the onset of acid reflux
● lack of nutrition
● death.
You can minimize the risk of complications by following instructions from a doctor before surgery, such as fasting and stopping taking certain drugs.
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